Metrocrest Services

A nonprofit organization

$3,501 raised by 14 donors

2% complete

$175,000 Goal

Since 1971, Metrocrest Services has provided hope and relief to those who need a helping hand. Offering a comprehensive bundle of services to address gaps in finances, employment, and nutrition to holistically help end poverty. 

This North Texas Giving Day, we invite you to Give with Purpose at Metrocrest Services. You can give early starting on Friday, September 1, 2023, through Thursday, September 21, 2023. Each donation makes a difference, helping uplift lives in our communities. Thank you for supporting the mission of Metrocrest Services. Together, we are building a stronger community.


Removing barriers to accessing services and providing a path to self-sufficiency.


For individuals, families, and seniors coping with a crisis situation or needing help stabilizing their lives, Metrocrest is an essential resource in the community; it is a place of hope, encouragement and provides a path to independence. After more than twenty years in the making, Metrocrest Services has a forever home right in the heart of community need. 

The new facility, located at 1145 N. Josey Lane, Carrollton, TX 75006, allows Metrocrest Services to expand capacity, remove barriers to accessing services, and bring essential services from multiple providers to one central location. The expanded facility features a: 

  • Client Choice Food Pantry: Providing access to fresh, nutritious food for local neighbors in need. Empowering visitors to select items for their families, to learn about new foods, and help reduce food waste in our communities. 
  • Computer Lab: Creating a welcoming space for guests to use technology for their job search, participate in continuing education, and receive free printing services. 
  • Teaching Garden & Teaching Kitchen: Providing education on sustainable gardening practices and healthy eating habits. 

    

Mission

Our mission is to provide hope through programs that lead to self-sufficiency and foster independence.

For 50 years, Metrocrest Services has provided hope and relief to individuals and seniors living in Addison, Carrollton, Coppell, Farmers Branch, and Dallas in Denton County. Metrocrest offers a comprehensive bundle of services to address gaps in finances, employment, and nutrition to holistically help end poverty.

Equity Statement

Metrocrest Services, Inc. does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. Over the last ten years, Metrocrest Services has weaved Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

(DEI) into our mission, core values, staff, and leadership. We strive to have our staff and leadership mirror the neighbors we serve, including hiring bilingual staff to ensure all clients have access to all programs. But within the last year, we have created a DEI Committee of staff to further this cause. Initiatives have included training for board, staff and volunteers, decreasing barriers for clients who can't access services and increasing advocacy on housing, food insecurity, and the dangers of payday loans.

Organization Data

Summary

Organization name

Metrocrest Services

Tax id (EIN)

75-1548334

Guidestar

Causes

Economic/Financial Security/Poverty, Hunger, Food Access & Nutrition, Social Services

Operating Budget

$10,000,000 or more

Counties Served

Dallas, Denton

BIPOC Serving

Black or African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic or Latinx, Other

BIPOC Leadership

Neither/None

Equity Statement

Equity Statement

Address

1145 N. Josey Lane
Carrollton, TX 75006

Phone

972 446 2100

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